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Erhai (Lake Er)

Dali, China

Erhai (Lake Er) — places to visit in Dali
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Erhai Lake, also known as Lake Er, is a large freshwater lake situated in Dali, Yunnan province, surrounded by stunning mountain ranges and bustling agricultural villages. Covering approximately 250 square kilometres, it plays a vital role in the region's ecology and culture, serving as a critical habitat for migratory birds and a source of life for local communities. Exploring the lakeside, visitors can enjoy picturesque walking paths and charming fishing villages that dot the shore. The area is particularly beautiful in spring and autumn when wildflowers bloom or the foliage turns vibrant. Early mornings often bring a sense of calm, with local fishermen casting their nets against the backdrop of the misty mountains.

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Tours that visit Erhai (Lake Er)

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  • Dali day tour: ancient city, Xizhou Village, and Three Pagodas

    Dali day tour: ancient city, Xizhou Village, and Three Pagodas

    From ₹19,132

    A full-day private tour from Dali covering the ancient city, Xizhou Village, Erhai Lake, and the Three Pagodas with hotel or train station pickup.

  • 1-Day Dali Erhai Sightseeing Tour
  • Three-day private tour of Dali highlights

    Three-day private tour of Dali highlights

    From ₹38,695

    Three days exploring Dali — Ancient City, Cangshan Mountain, Three Pagodas, Erhai, local markets, with pick-up and drop-off at Dali airport or train station.

  • Private day tour of Dali and Lake Erhai

    Private day tour of Dali and Lake Erhai

    From ₹26,860

    Full-day tour by private vehicle — explore Dali's ancient city and Lake Erhai, including monasteries, pagodas, and traditional markets.

  • Private tour of Xizhou Ancient Town and Erhai Lake from Dali

    Private tour of Xizhou Ancient Town and Erhai Lake from Dali

    From ₹18,211

    Full-day private tour — visit Xizhou Ancient Town, local market, horse cabin ride to Erhai Lake, and enjoy Bai cuisine.

  • Seven-day Yunnan old towns and mountain scenery tour

    Seven-day Yunnan old towns and mountain scenery tour

    5.0· 3 reviewsFrom ₹1,78,672

    Seven days exploring Yunnan's ancient towns and stunning landscapes, including Jianshui, Yuanyang Rice Terraces, Dali, and Lijiang with immersive cultural experiences along the way.

    Bruce Tang, our consultant, was exceptional. I highly recommend Bruce. We completed a 12-day tour of Yunnan, including time in Guilin and Yangshuo. Bruce was quick to reply and offered great suggestions while we planned our itinerary, which featured several fantastic bullet train rides. Our driver was excellent; we always felt secure, and despite the language barrier, we communicated effectively. Each town we visited had a guide, with quality ranging from outstanding to excellent. I will definitely turn to Bruce for future trips to China and will recommend him to friends.Wrenander on the Seven-day Yunnan old towns and mountain scenery tour tour

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